The Health Collective

03/05/2026

Educators, counselors, healthcare providers, social workers, and young professionals, this day is for you.

Join us on Thursday, March 19 for Professional Best Practices Day at SOGIEcon, a full day of learning, collaboration, and skill-building focused on creating safer, more affirming environments for LGBTQIA+ youth.

Through workshops, panels, and meaningful conversations with experts and peers, you'll gain practical tools, resources, and strategies you can bring back to your schools, organizations, and communities.

📍 UConn Storrs
🗓 Thursday, March 19
🔗 Register today – https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/registration-form

03/04/2026

Early Bird pricing for SOGIEcon ends this Friday!

Don’t miss your chance to register at the discounted rate. Secure your spot, plan your workshops, and get ready for an unforgettable day at UCONN in Storrs.

Register now before prices go up: https://www.healthcollective.org/SOGIEcon

You can also sign up to volunteer, make a donation to support a youth ticket, or register your club/group/team to attend.

03/03/2026

There’s still time to get your early bird tickets for SOGIEcon 2026 happening March 18–19 at UConn!

March 18 – General Workshop Day
March 19 – Professional Best Practices Day

Attend one day or join us for both and take advantage of Early Bird pricing through March 6 while it lasts!

Register now:
healthcollective.org/SOGIEcon

Want to be part of the energy but can’t commit to a full day? Consider volunteering! We offer flexible shift options to fit your schedule; it’s a great way to support the community and still experience SOGIEcon.

Friendly reminder: We recently adjusted our dates to March 18–19 to ensure greater inclusivity for our community.

03/03/2026

There is more than one way to show up for True Colors SOGIEcon!

Whether you’re joining us in the room, supporting behind the scenes, organizing your students or team, or investing in access for others, your involvement makes this conference possible.

SOGIEcon is powered by community. However you choose to get involved, you are helping create safer, stronger, and more inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and leaders.

Get involved today: healthcollective.org/SOGIE

Friendly reminder: We recently adjusted our dates to March 18–19 to ensure greater inclusivity for our community.

Thank you to our Empowered By Sponsor: Ally Wellness

03/02/2026

We’re excited to announce that Myles Tripp will be performing live at the Opening on Wednesday, March 18th.

A native of New Haven, Connecticut, Myles has been singing professionally for over 15 years, captivating audiences across the country with his powerful blend of R&B, jazz, pop, and gospel.

Known for his exceptional vocal range and dynamic stage presence, he has shared the stage with artists like Tweet, Tamar Braxton, The Clark Sisters, Michelle Buteau, and Kurt Carr and has even performed with Walt Disney World Entertainment.

Fresh off the release of his newest single and music video, “Groove,” Myles continues to prove himself as a versatile and unforgettable talent who can thrive in any musical space.

Join us on March 18th and experience his voice live you won’t want to miss this opening performance. Get your EARLY BIRD tickets until March 6th: https://www.healthcollective.org/SOGIECON

03/02/2026

REMINDER! Join us for the SOGIEcon Lunch & Learn Webinar Series today!

We’re hosting a Lunch & Learn webinar designed to provide registration support, answer your questions, and walk through the process step by step.

Whether you are an educator, student advisor, sponsor, or individual attendee, we are here to help make registration for SOGIEcon simple and stress-free.

Copy and paste the links below to add a session to your calendar:

Session 1
March 2nd | 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM (ET)
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83071369683?pwd=8IaYheqqkOIIeftMOl6d40ma0EkNZa.1

Session 2
March 2nd | 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM (ET)
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82778063605?pwd=KV6fi2tkAGxIKAJgIsnAxrv7PYPbqn.1

For those who can’t join, we will share the recordings!

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02/27/2026

We are proud to spotlight our Empowered by Sponsor, Ally Wellness

As an LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare provider, Ally Wellness delivers whole-health medical care with compassion and evidence-based treatment. In their safe, affirming environment, being yourself is met with respect and acceptance, because every patient deserves quality care that sees you clearly and authentically.

Their sponsorship helps make SOGIEcon a space of learning, empowerment, and community connection for LGBTQ+ youth, their allies, families, and professionals.

Be sure to connect with the Ally Wellness team at True Colors SOGIEcon and learn more about their impactful work. Get tickets now: https://www.healthcollective.org/SOGIEcon

02/26/2026

Join Us for the SOGIEcon Lunch & Learn Webinar Series coming up on Monday, March 2!

We’re hosting a Lunch & Learn webinar designed to provide registration support, answer your questions, and walk through the process step by step.

Whether you are an educator, student advisor, sponsor, or individual attendee, we are here to help make registration for SOGIEcon simple and stress-free.

Copy and paste the links below to add a session to your calendar:

Session 1
March 2nd | 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM (ET)
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83071369683?pwd=8IaYheqqkOIIeftMOl6d40ma0EkNZa.1

Session 2
March 2nd | 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM (ET)
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82778063605?pwd=KV6fi2tkAGxIKAJgIsnAxrv7PYPbqn.1

02/25/2026

What do you want the theme for Q***r Prom 2026 to be?

Take our survey at linktr.ee/qplusct to let us know!

02/25/2026

We're still accepting Vendors for SOGIEcon 2026! Join us March 18th, 19th or both days to connect with educators, students, GSAs, mental health professionals, and LGBTQIA+ leaders from across the region.

If your work supports LGBTQIA+ communities, youth empowerment, education, or wellness, we’d love to have you.

Vendor space is limited Register today: https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/exhibitor-registration

02/24/2026

IMPORTANT REMINDER: SOGIEcon 2026 will now be held on March 18–19, 2026 at UConn Storrs. After recognizing a potential overlap with Eid al-Fitr, we partnered with the University to adjust our schedule so more members of our community can fully participate.

- March 18th General Conference Day
- March 19th Professional Best Practices

Inclusion is central to SOGIEcon, and we’re proud to make this change. Early Bird pricing is now extended through March 6, 2026:

Cancelling your registration will remove your access to the event. If you proceed, you will no longer be able to participate or access event-related materials.